From the SS Great Britain in Bristol to a former turbine factory in Liverpool, a radically re-imagined Wagner masterpiece tours to waterside venues Words by Glyn Maxwell | Orchestration by Laura Bowler in association with Robin Wallington | Directed by Lucy Bradley At Invisible Wind Factory, Liverpool, from Saturday 22nd – Sunday 23rd July Bringing the maritime opera to…
Following the release of her critically acclaimed debut album – IRAINA MANCINI – will be hitting the road for an extensive run of UK shows this Autumn. With ‘Undo The Blue’ out now, Iraina and a full live band will be performing its songs at 14 venues nationwide between 5th…
Do you remember a band called Reef? If not look them up…
Over at CONTENT in Liverpool, the venue is now gearing up for…
Liverpool promoters EVOL return to their spiritual home of the Invisible Wind Factory to complete the trilogy of FestEvol All Day summer events with a huge double header on Saturday 7th and Saturday 14th August. The two dates encompass pioneering live artists who will electrify the intimate Invisible Wind Factory. The lineups…
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Ma Boyle’s is a true Liverpool institution. Tucked away off Water Street and nestled by the beautiful St Nick’s church gardens, the alehouse and eatery is a truly historic maritime location. Incredibly it reached its 150th anniversary last year, which it will celebrate properly in 2021 – a year late,…
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From May 2021, Liverpool’s Invisible Wind Factory are debuting their brand-new concept – the Rollerdrome. The iconic venue is being transformed into an immersive production and a unique roller-skating experience which debuts on Saturday May 22nd, with skaters of all abilities welcome, from beginners to advanced across a range…
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The standard band manager has changed. No longer is he a hairy guy wearing a leather coat, named Larry with a penchant for Red Stripe. He (or she) has now morphed into a social whizz with the ability to create a ‘buzz’ with just the contents of their manbag. But who…
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There is often common thought that a lead singer of a band needs to be a bit weird and batshit crazy. What is it about a lead singer who looks like he or she could at any minute start slamming their face against the microphone until an eyeball pops out,…
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Yes! It’s finally, almost here. Our monthly Podcast featuring new music from Liverpool, Merseyside and close surrounding areas. The Sound Cast Club will be a monthly recording showcasing one band or musician, playing a few tracks, giving a vocal review and spreading the word. Interested in getting involved? It’s dead…
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Following the release of their first album in 18 years ‘Blue Sky In Your Head’ which was released last year alongside an initial run of UK dates, Lighthouse Family are back on the road. The tour will see the band play Liverpool Philharmonic Hall on 18th February. Lighthouse Family, one…
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ENTER SHIKARI have announced details of their new album ‘NOTHING IS TRUE & EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE’, out 17th April 2020 via So Recordings. The band will play 5 special intimate UK shows to launch the album, including Invisible Wind Factory on the 20th April 18th April – Sheffield, Leadmill 19th April – Glasgow,…
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The critically-acclaimed artist is soon to head out on a headline 2020 UK and Ireland tour which includes the Liverpool Philharmonic, the now 14-date tour will see Jamie perform live at venues across the UK including two consecutive nights at the iconic London Palladium. His dynamic live performances have always…
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On Monday 20th January – the date commonly referred to as Blue Monday – Bongo’s Bingo are putting on four special events across the nation to help raise awareness for mental health on what is commonly dubbed as being the most miserable day of the year, all in support of…
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